I used the size 1 needle to make a wool hat with sock yarn. I have been using bamboo needles for many years. I like the Takumi circular needles because the cords don't break; I am tough on my needles. The size 1 has a sharp point; I needed a sharp point because I made the stitches very tight. These needles knit up the garment quickly, almost as fast as metal. The bamboo helps keep a consistent gauge even with slippery yarn. They seem to swell slightly in humidity, but this is not a problem with most projects, especially small projects such as socks, mittens, scarves and hats. I knit loosely and I am a fast knitter. Since I knit loosely, the stitches are easy to transfer. But even with the size 1 needle, and tight stitches, I was able to transfer the stitches easily. I like the feeling of the bamboo rather than cold metal. I have noticed that the small needles have a metal piece that connects the needle with the cord; this keeps the cord from breaking away from the needle, and helps with the transfer of the stitches. I don't know if this will be done with the larger sizes.
It took me a while to get accustomed to using circular needles, but persistence paid off. I love these needles, and highly recommend this brand of bamboo needles. The first couple of times I used these I was worried that the stitches would get twisted on the cords, but I found that just keeping an eye on them and keeping them from twisting by always making sure to keep the stitches hanging toward the center helped enormously. After only a couple of rows of knitting, all the stitches were fine and made no effort to twist. I have been so pleased with this brand of bamboo needles, that I have ordered a number of them, probably a dozen, in various sizes, generally 12" or 16" length. I am "home-schooling" myself in Fair Isle knitting, and the shetland yarns are pretty fine, even finer than sport-spun yarns, so I was pleased to find sizes 1, 2, and 3 in various lengths of this Clover bamboo needle. I am not knitting Fair Isle garments but smaller items, such as sachets to give out as Christmas presents, and knitted postcards for my personal use. For my regular yarn, I find the 4, 5 and 8 sizes to be perfect for my needs, as well. For my bulky woolen yarn, I use size 10 or 10.50. The bamboo is smooth and does not catch on the yarn as one knits. The cords are well attached to the bamboo, and do not curl up when I am knitting. All highly recommended.
perfect for my mother in law. Needed this size for making kids hats. She loves this product and company. She's been knitting all her life and knows a great product. Will only use this brand. Ease of use, right size and won't snag yarn.
After using plastic and aluminum knitting needles, the Clover Takumi Bamboo knitting needles are so much easier to use! I learned how to knit as a child at my grandmother's knees. Back then, the aluminum needles were the "thing" to use. When I picked up knitting, about eight (8) years ago, I experienced the use of bamboo when I purchased my first set of circulars. Wow! What a difference in ease! The yarns did not fall off the needles because there was a certain amount of "grab" in the bamboo, yet they release the yarn off the tips beautifully - when I want it to slide off. An added dimension, if you have arthritis, yet still want to keep your fingers nimble, so you knit, the needles maintain the warmth of your hands! This has been extremely helpful to me. And the Clover Takumi are consistent in their quality. I can't say enough -- except I can't find all the sizes I use around here -- hence my purchase at Amazon! And...if you use straight needles, Clover Takumi Bamboo has them, too!
I'm making my granddaughter a shrug and these are perfect for it. Lightweight and I love circular needles. Also- I just flew on United and these are allowed.
Well considering my recent experiences I maybe should not say that. But I had to settle on bamboo as they do not seem to make plastic anymore. The joints are smooth so far. That was my only complaint about bamboo needle to begin with. I would recommend them to any knitter for the one reason the yarn does not slip!
I ordered these because I already have two sets of Clover Takumi circulars in size 1 and 2 for baby knitting and love them! I needed a good pair of shorties for children's and adult size hats and ordered a size 6 because I like that gauge for hats. These are smooth and fast and there is no "snag" in the join. A pleasure to work with. They are a very well made, sturdy brand. They don't get sticky and as long as you take care of them (I keep mine in a quilted needle case which I made) they will last for years. They came on time as promised and in perfect condition. I would recommend this shipper and this brand for anyone trying to decide whether Clover Takumi is the way to go.
I've been an avid knitter for 16 years and have tried lots of needles. Clover Takumi Bamboo are always my first choice and the first ones I recommend to others. My stitches move easily on the needles, but do not slide off uncontrollably. They're easy on my hands, do not snag my yarn, and are a beautiful set of needles.
I like Clover knitting needles. They have smooth tips with just enough "grab" to keep the yarn in place without having to fight to work with it. Cable joins are smooth. Cables are flexible. I have a number of these in various sizes and will be buying more.
Lish Oglesby
A Good Basic Needle
I used the size 1 needle to make a wool hat with sock yarn. I have been using bamboo needles for many years. I like the Takumi circular needles because the cords don't break; I am tough on my needles. The size 1 has a sharp point; I needed a sharp point because I made the stitches very tight. These needles knit up the garment quickly, almost as fast as metal. The bamboo helps keep a consistent gauge even with slippery yarn. They seem to swell slightly in humidity, but this is not a problem with most projects, especially small projects such as socks, mittens, scarves and hats. I knit loosely and I am a fast knitter. Since I knit loosely, the stitches are easy to transfer. But even with the size 1 needle, and tight stitches, I was able to transfer the stitches easily. I like the feeling of the bamboo rather than cold metal. I have noticed that the small needles have a metal piece that connects the needle with the cord; this keeps the cord from breaking away from the needle, and helps with the transfer of the stitches. I don't know if this will be done with the larger sizes.
Steven Williamson
excellent quality
It took me a while to get accustomed to using circular needles, but persistence paid off. I love these needles, and highly recommend this brand of bamboo needles. The first couple of times I used these I was worried that the stitches would get twisted on the cords, but I found that just keeping an eye on them and keeping them from twisting by always making sure to keep the stitches hanging toward the center helped enormously. After only a couple of rows of knitting, all the stitches were fine and made no effort to twist. I have been so pleased with this brand of bamboo needles, that I have ordered a number of them, probably a dozen, in various sizes, generally 12" or 16" length. I am "home-schooling" myself in Fair Isle knitting, and the shetland yarns are pretty fine, even finer than sport-spun yarns, so I was pleased to find sizes 1, 2, and 3 in various lengths of this Clover bamboo needle. I am not knitting Fair Isle garments but smaller items, such as sachets to give out as Christmas presents, and knitted postcards for my personal use. For my regular yarn, I find the 4, 5 and 8 sizes to be perfect for my needs, as well. For my bulky woolen yarn, I use size 10 or 10.50. The bamboo is smooth and does not catch on the yarn as one knits. The cords are well attached to the bamboo, and do not curl up when I am knitting. All highly recommended.
Tammy Ranae Meyer
hard size to find
perfect for my mother in law. Needed this size for making kids hats. She loves this product and company. She's been knitting all her life and knows a great product. Will only use this brand. Ease of use, right size and won't snag yarn.
Jade Jones
Clover Takumi Bamboo Knitting Needles
After using plastic and aluminum knitting needles, the Clover Takumi Bamboo knitting needles are so much easier to use! I learned how to knit as a child at my grandmother's knees. Back then, the aluminum needles were the "thing" to use. When I picked up knitting, about eight (8) years ago, I experienced the use of bamboo when I purchased my first set of circulars. Wow! What a difference in ease! The yarns did not fall off the needles because there was a certain amount of "grab" in the bamboo, yet they release the yarn off the tips beautifully - when I want it to slide off. An added dimension, if you have arthritis, yet still want to keep your fingers nimble, so you knit, the needles maintain the warmth of your hands! This has been extremely helpful to me. And the Clover Takumi are consistent in their quality. I can't say enough -- except I can't find all the sizes I use around here -- hence my purchase at Amazon! And...if you use straight needles, Clover Takumi Bamboo has them, too!
Arun Bantawa Rai
Perfect for knitting for baby
I'm making my granddaughter a shrug and these are perfect for it. Lightweight and I love circular needles. Also- I just flew on United and these are allowed.
Nook Luvin Hers Stiff
what could go wrong!
Well considering my recent experiences I maybe should not say that. But I had to settle on bamboo as they do not seem to make plastic anymore. The joints are smooth so far. That was my only complaint about bamboo needle to begin with. I would recommend them to any knitter for the one reason the yarn does not slip!
Yvonne Walker
Nice smooth needles
I ordered these because I already have two sets of Clover Takumi circulars in size 1 and 2 for baby knitting and love them! I needed a good pair of shorties for children's and adult size hats and ordered a size 6 because I like that gauge for hats. These are smooth and fast and there is no "snag" in the join. A pleasure to work with. They are a very well made, sturdy brand. They don't get sticky and as long as you take care of them (I keep mine in a quilted needle case which I made) they will last for years. They came on time as promised and in perfect condition. I would recommend this shipper and this brand for anyone trying to decide whether Clover Takumi is the way to go.
Janet Castillo
Clover Takumi Bamboo needles are always my first choice
I've been an avid knitter for 16 years and have tried lots of needles. Clover Takumi Bamboo are always my first choice and the first ones I recommend to others. My stitches move easily on the needles, but do not slide off uncontrollably. They're easy on my hands, do not snag my yarn, and are a beautiful set of needles.
Jamie Tallerico
Excellent Needles
I like Clover knitting needles. They have smooth tips with just enough "grab" to keep the yarn in place without having to fight to work with it. Cable joins are smooth. Cables are flexible. I have a number of these in various sizes and will be buying more.
Marie-Chantale Cyr
Good needle
Like wooden needles. Earlier on my hands. Yarn doesn't slip off as easily.